Lifeguard & Water Safety Pro — Paid Training & Growth

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Free Lifeguard classes

Complimentary Family YMCA membership

Employee discount on select programs

Job summary

The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago is seeking lifeguards for The McCormick YMCA in Chicago, IL. Compensation starts at $18.00 per hour with flexible scheduling and opportunities for growth within the organization.

Paid training and free Lifeguard classes are offered, along with a complimentary Family YMCA membership and employee discounts on select programs. As part of your role, you will supervise the pool, ensure adherence to aquatic safety guidelines, provide excellent service to members and

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years of age.
• Lifeguard certification or current YMCA/Red Cross certification with First Aid, CPR, AED and Oxygen Administration.
• Physically able to perform rescue techniques and meet job fitness requirements.
• Able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR/First Aid effectively.
• Reasonable accommodations available for persons with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide high level customer service to members, program participants, and guests.
• Guard the pool and aquatic facility and enforce safety guidelines.
• Administer first aid/CPR to injured individuals as trained.
• Conduct water rescues when needed using proper techniques.
• Contact EMS in case of serious injuries.
• Pursue additional water safety certifications.
• Attend required trainings and staff meetings.

Skills

Customer service

Lifeguard supervision

Emergency response

First Aid/CPR

Job description

The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago is seeking lifeguards for The McCormick YMCA in Chicago, IL. Compensation starts at $18.00 per hour with flexible scheduling and opportunities for growth within the organization.

Paid training and free Lifeguard classes are offered, along with a complimentary Family YMCA membership and employee discounts on select programs. As part of your role, you will supervise the pool, ensure adherence to aquatic safety guidelines, provide excellent service to members and